My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s Anime Premieres October 6 with BONNIE PINK Ending Song
The new My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s anime trailer confirms an October 6, 2025 release date. BONNIE PINK performs the ending song “Like Gravity.” Full cast, staff, and streaming details here.
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My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s Anime Reveals October 6 Premiere, BONNIE PINK Ending Song
Summary:
The highly anticipated isekai fantasy anime My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s has dropped its second main trailer, confirming an October 6, 2025 premiere date. The trailer introduces the ending theme “Like Gravity” by legendary singer-songwriter BONNIE PINK, known for her iconic contributions to anime such as Rurouni Kenshin and GANTZ. Streaming will be available worldwide on Crunchyroll, while Sunrise leads animation production with veteran director Nobuyoshi Habara at the helm.
New Trailer and Ending Theme
The second trailer highlights both the intense battles and emotional drama of the series while debuting “Like Gravity” by BONNIE PINK. Drawing inspiration from Amelia’s “Gravity Magic,” the song is crafted to reflect her perspective and deep bond with Akira.
BONNIE PINK shared that the theme represents the pull between Akira and Amelia as they grow closer, despite uncertain futures. With her three-decade-long career, she continues to deliver timeless anime songs, adding prestige to this new fantasy series.
Staff and Production Team
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Director: Nobuyoshi Habara (Fafner)
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Series Composition: Kunihiko Okada (Yowamushi Pedal)
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Character Designers: Hirona Okada (Gundam Build Metaverse), Kaoru Saito (Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury)
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Music: Satoshi Igarashi (TOKYO LOGIC)
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Monster Design: Rihiro Yamane (The Brave Express Might Gaine)
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Main Animator: Mitsuru Ishihara (Mega Man Battle Network)
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Studio: Sunrise
Main Voice Cast
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Akira Oda – Takeo Otsuka (OKITSURA)
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Amelia Rosequartz – Saku Mizuno (Bocchi the Rock!)
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Yoru – Sanae Kobayashi (D.Gray-man)
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Lia Lagoon – Konomi Tamura (Insomniacs After School)
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Saran Mithray – Junichi Suwabe (The Prince of Tennis)
Light Novel and Manga Origins
The story began on Shousetsuka ni Narou in 2017, before being published by Overlap Bunko with illustrations by Tozai. The manga adaptation by Hiroyuki Aigamo launched in 2018, and together the series has surpassed 1.5 million copies in circulation. English editions of both the light novel and manga are published by Seven Seas Entertainment.
Story Overview
When Akira Oda and his classmates are transported to another world, everyone receives powerful abilities—except Akira, who becomes a lowly “assassin.” Yet his stats quickly rise beyond that of the so-called “hero.” After uncovering suspicious actions by the King, Akira is framed for a crime and forced to flee, beginning his journey of survival and uncovering the truth behind their summoning.
With its mix of isekai adventure, survival intrigue, and fantasy romance, My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s promises to be one of the standout titles of the Fall 2025 anime season.
